There are many ways you and I can work together.
Over the years, Ive found that my most successful clients come to me when they need to:
- Think things through
- Break down challenges into doable small steps
- Figure out a plan
- Step up as a leader
- Meet specific goals
- Handle interpersonal dynamics and office politics better
- Get clear
- Learn new skills
- Find deeper meaning and purpose
- Have more consistent success
To get there, we work in focused coaching sessions multi-day or single day retreats, weekly or bi-weekly coaching sessions, or customized solutions based on you and your unique working style and needs.
In our work together, you can count on me to help you get crystal clear so you can navigate your world with ease and success. Ill use assessments, tools and homework to make sure you continue to grow and learn ways to deal with your particular challenges. You can tell me anything our work together is 100% confidential and I hold your confidences close

My husband and I faced a very difficult time in our lives. I spent many nights crying myself to sleep, unable to communicate my concerns to anyone.
By nature, we are naturally skeptical people, so when I mentioned going to couples therapy my husband was reluctant, and I was unsure whether counselling would help us we had been stuck in a rut for so long.
I have to say, I am so glad we made an appointment.
Thank you doesn't begin to express our thanks for all the guidance and support we have been given, and how you have helped us to become the happy couple we once were.

All areas of advocacy, domestic violence, rape and crisis intervention. A champion for women and the community. I am here for you're needs and concerns and willing to work with you to create a custom treatment plan - no one walks alone. " there is always hope..."

Specialties

I am involved in Rainn and also a crisis intervention expert. Able to aid and assist in rape- trauma- PTSD, also cases of domestic violence. Currently on leave from working with domestic shelters and putting all my energies into this endeavor. #metoo has opened up alot of eyes to the need for women to contribute in this day and age.

“Working with Deanna was by far the BEST thing I could have done to take my career to the next level. Her in depth knowledge and insight about everything under the sun, made me realize possibilities about my career I didn't even know existed. Deanna's assured guidance, constant cheerfulness, and genuine care make her such a pleasure to work with. As I've told her before, there is only 1 but EVERYBODY needs a Deanna Cowling, Lifestyle Guru!”

Formal education with an MBA and Bachelors in Communication. Continued education through Y Combinator's Startup School and the Hubspot Academy.
5+ years running operations, business strategy, and sales with Chicago technology startups. Launched 2 businesses currently operating, with primary responsibilities in product management and sales strategy.

"Melissa provided me with a very in-depth life coaching session. She took some time explaining what the purpose of life coaching was and made sure I understood. Once the session began, she asked me questions that we're helpful in steering me in the proper direction. She gave me time to peocess the questions before answering. I actually enjoyed the questions, I felt sparks of hope & possibilty while I thought of the answers. This made me feel like I was being mentored by a trusted friend. Instead of rehashing the dead & gone crap from the past, we made a to-do list for me. For the future I choose walk towards. This felt powerful, energizing, hopeful (thank God, cause I need it) & fun. I forgot how much fun it felt to be hopeful.
Thanks Melissa for a great coaching session. I haven't stopped thinking about what I learned and my next steps. I have set time-frames for each item & have taken small steps towards getting each done. How invigorating!"

If you are going through a rough patch in your relationship, a breakup, separation or even a divorce I am here to help guide you on the journey to self healing and overcoming the emotional rollercoaster that grieving causes.

Specialties

I specialize in Relationship Therapy and grieving due to a breakup, divorce or seperation

"I invited Connie to speak to my company in November 2017.
Her come back from cancer and an extremely abusive relationship that almost killed her to living a beautiful healthy life with new husband and three children inspired everyone in the room.
Rather than climb into a shell she started a business, a ministry, is PTO president and in process of writing a book that will empower and motivate thousands to take action in abusive relationships and look cancer in the eye and defeat it.
Connie has consulted several of my staff individually explaining principles and strategies she learned and employed to succeed in business and life.
All are living more productive lives."
Bill Popp
President
Fear No More

Dearest Future Clients/Patients
I am writing to highly recommend Minister Daniel Guzman for life crisis counseling. I have known Daniel Guzman for over 35 years we have gone from teens to mature adults and kept in communications with each other throughout the years. Mr. Guzman had helped me through a very stressful time in my life & I automatically experienced great improvements mentally and physically. I highly recommend him for any life counseling his help has been stabilizing and reassuring to me and I continue using his services when need be -there is no doubt in my mind Mr. Guzman will be in an excellent counselor that is needed and a great listener -he is very soft spoken -well natured -understanding -non judging -spiritual healer -knowledgeable certified Minister. Best regards and God Bless ????

My coaching offers support to help you make decisions that align you with your truest self and to overcome the challenges you might be facing. It is a journey of self-discovery and digging deep to find yourself. I enjoy working with clients experiencing challenges such as, career difficulties, relationship issues (i.e.; marriage, divorce, parenting, illness, addictions, loss or grief), depression & anxiety, & substance abuse issues. I specialize in working with professionals, adolescents, adults, & families who are at a crossroads in life and looking to make positive changes in themselves

19 Year veteran teacher in Special Education plus Regular Education.
MAP Test Data Analysis and Curriculum development designed for individual students.
Working as a private coach since 2015
Conversational Engish!